Buffalo Legal Observers
@buffalolos.bsky.social
⚖️ Abolitionist, anti-racist, anti-capitalist, anti-imperialist (& not the ACLU)
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If you're on the streets filming ICE, remember: Keep the focus on the ICE agents themselves where possible because it makes it more likely that you'll capture footage of any visible badges or other potentially identifying features. Keep recording for as long as possible.
More tips here 👇
More tips here 👇
How to Film ICE
Filming federal agents in public is legal, but avoiding a dangerous—even deadly—confrontation isn’t guaranteed. Here’s how to record ICE and CBP agents as safely as possible and have an impact.
www.wired.com
February 2, 2026 at 5:08 PM
If you're on the streets filming ICE, remember: Keep the focus on the ICE agents themselves where possible because it makes it more likely that you'll capture footage of any visible badges or other potentially identifying features. Keep recording for as long as possible.
More tips here 👇
More tips here 👇
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Breaking: Niagara County Sheriff Michael Filicetti tells Investigative Post he's pulling back on his partnership with ICE.
Filicetti says he will now only detain immigrants at the jail if they've been criminally charged. No more civil detainees, he said.
www.investigativepost.org/2026/01/20/n...
Filicetti says he will now only detain immigrants at the jail if they've been criminally charged. No more civil detainees, he said.
www.investigativepost.org/2026/01/20/n...
January 20, 2026 at 7:06 PM
Breaking: Niagara County Sheriff Michael Filicetti tells Investigative Post he's pulling back on his partnership with ICE.
Filicetti says he will now only detain immigrants at the jail if they've been criminally charged. No more civil detainees, he said.
www.investigativepost.org/2026/01/20/n...
Filicetti says he will now only detain immigrants at the jail if they've been criminally charged. No more civil detainees, he said.
www.investigativepost.org/2026/01/20/n...
www.nlg.org/civicrm/mail... As the federal government escalates its attacks against immigrants, university campuses have become a focus of political repression. ICE is targeting non-U.S. citizens on campuses due to their speech and beliefs. Read on to know your risks and ways to fight back!
ICE on University Campuses: Know Your Risks & Fight Back! - National Lawyers Guild
Published September 18, 2025. Please note that laws and their enforcement change frequently. Consult a local attorney for additional questions. KYR ICE On CampusDownload
www.nlg.org
January 13, 2026 at 11:46 PM
www.nlg.org/civicrm/mail... As the federal government escalates its attacks against immigrants, university campuses have become a focus of political repression. ICE is targeting non-U.S. citizens on campuses due to their speech and beliefs. Read on to know your risks and ways to fight back!
www.nlg.org/civicrm/mail... In collaboration with Southern Coalition for Social Justice and National Immigration Project, the NLG’s Mass Defense Program has created a new KYR for people advocating with and supporting non-U.S. citizens.
Assessing Risks in Supporting Immigrants at Points of Intervention: Understanding the “Harboring” Non-U.S. Citizens Federal Crime, 8 U.S.C. § 1324(a)(1)(A) - National Lawyers Guild
Published January 24, 2025. Created in collaboration with the National Immigration Project (NIP) and the Southern Coalition for Social Justice (SCSJ). Please note that laws and their enforcement chang...
www.nlg.org
January 13, 2026 at 11:43 PM
www.nlg.org/civicrm/mail... In collaboration with Southern Coalition for Social Justice and National Immigration Project, the NLG’s Mass Defense Program has created a new KYR for people advocating with and supporting non-U.S. citizens.
www.nlg.org/civicrm/mail... Trump regime has unleashed the full force of ICE, CBP, and DHS for his mass deportation agenda.
Federal Assault by Sandwich, Whistle & Protest: An Explainer on 18 U.S.C. 111(a)(1) - National Lawyers Guild
Published December 24, 2025. Please note that laws and their enforcement change frequently. Consult a local attorney for additional questions. Federal Assault by Sandwich, Whistle, and Protest-compres...
www.nlg.org
January 13, 2026 at 11:41 PM
www.nlg.org/civicrm/mail... Trump regime has unleashed the full force of ICE, CBP, and DHS for his mass deportation agenda.
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We’re in Albany today fighting for every family that now has an empty space at the dinner table. For every NYer ripped from their family. For every family afraid that a traffic stop could lead to permanent separation from their loved ones.
Enough is enough. Lawmakers must pass #NY4All now.
Enough is enough. Lawmakers must pass #NY4All now.
January 12, 2026 at 8:16 PM
We’re in Albany today fighting for every family that now has an empty space at the dinner table. For every NYer ripped from their family. For every family afraid that a traffic stop could lead to permanent separation from their loved ones.
Enough is enough. Lawmakers must pass #NY4All now.
Enough is enough. Lawmakers must pass #NY4All now.
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WIN: We sued the Batavia ICE federal detention center over the facility’s policy of permitting ICE officers to open confidential legal mail.
People trapped in immigration detention + their lawyers rely on written communications to relay deeply personal info. This is a critical First Amendment win.
People trapped in immigration detention + their lawyers rely on written communications to relay deeply personal info. This is a critical First Amendment win.
January 9, 2026 at 4:35 PM
WIN: We sued the Batavia ICE federal detention center over the facility’s policy of permitting ICE officers to open confidential legal mail.
People trapped in immigration detention + their lawyers rely on written communications to relay deeply personal info. This is a critical First Amendment win.
People trapped in immigration detention + their lawyers rely on written communications to relay deeply personal info. This is a critical First Amendment win.
The Military Law Task Force advocates through the law for servicemembers and veterans.
nlgmltf.org
nlgmltf.org
MLTF - Military Law Task Force - Military Law Task Force
The National Lawyers Guild Military Law Task Force includes attorneys, legal workers, law students and “Barracks lawyers” interested in draft, military and veterans issues. It is a standing project of the National Lawyers Guild.
nlgmltf.org
January 3, 2026 at 8:23 PM
The Military Law Task Force advocates through the law for servicemembers and veterans.
nlgmltf.org
nlgmltf.org
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🧊Reporting an ICE Raid
With all the uncertainty around ICE raids, we need to ensure that we do not spread further fear within our communities, by spreading false information. It is crucial to only share raids that have been vetted by a trusted source.
Save & share this resource!
With all the uncertainty around ICE raids, we need to ensure that we do not spread further fear within our communities, by spreading false information. It is crucial to only share raids that have been vetted by a trusted source.
Save & share this resource!
December 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
🧊Reporting an ICE Raid
With all the uncertainty around ICE raids, we need to ensure that we do not spread further fear within our communities, by spreading false information. It is crucial to only share raids that have been vetted by a trusted source.
Save & share this resource!
With all the uncertainty around ICE raids, we need to ensure that we do not spread further fear within our communities, by spreading false information. It is crucial to only share raids that have been vetted by a trusted source.
Save & share this resource!
![Friday, December 19, 2025
This week we learned that
ICE kidnapped at least 24 of our neighbors, right here in WNY.
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The New York for All Act would establish baseline protections by prohibiting state + local law enforcement and agencies from collaborating with ICE, incl. ending harmful 287(g) agreements.
@governor.ny.gov prioritize #NY4All as the very first order of business when legislators return to Albany.
@governor.ny.gov prioritize #NY4All as the very first order of business when legislators return to Albany.
December 18, 2025 at 7:22 PM
The New York for All Act would establish baseline protections by prohibiting state + local law enforcement and agencies from collaborating with ICE, incl. ending harmful 287(g) agreements.
@governor.ny.gov prioritize #NY4All as the very first order of business when legislators return to Albany.
@governor.ny.gov prioritize #NY4All as the very first order of business when legislators return to Albany.
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Do you know who your local billionaires are?
We made this research guide to help you get started.
littlesis.org/reports/ever...
We made this research guide to help you get started.
littlesis.org/reports/ever...
![The front cover of the everybody vs. billionaires guide is pictured in the center of the graphic. A bubble of text reads, “Find resources to help you… identify the billionaires in your backyard, map billionaire influence and networks.” Below that there is a link: bit.ly/EverybodyvsBillionaires [capital e and b]. The LittleSis logo is pictured on the lower right corner in white. The background is mustard yellow, and there is a picture of black and white money stacks.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:eymmxnashedpt6yjtnqj6bju/bafkreibvjsypcpjf3iwe75vocfm4cj724humrf2fdx63i6fl2q4sl4pi6a@jpeg)
December 17, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Do you know who your local billionaires are?
We made this research guide to help you get started.
littlesis.org/reports/ever...
We made this research guide to help you get started.
littlesis.org/reports/ever...
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Hanukkah reminds us that even in the darkest times, light and hope can prevail. Spreading light can also extend beyond candle lighting; we can brighten our world through intentional acts of kindness and gestures of love.
How will you spread light this season?
#HappyHanukkah #SpreadTheLight
How will you spread light this season?
#HappyHanukkah #SpreadTheLight
December 14, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Hanukkah reminds us that even in the darkest times, light and hope can prevail. Spreading light can also extend beyond candle lighting; we can brighten our world through intentional acts of kindness and gestures of love.
How will you spread light this season?
#HappyHanukkah #SpreadTheLight
How will you spread light this season?
#HappyHanukkah #SpreadTheLight
![Friday, December 12, 2025
This week we learned that
ICE took at least ll of our neighbors, right here in WNY.
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Conditions in Erie County's two jails have improved in some respects but there are several ongoing issues that should be addressed, according to a report issued Tuesday by the Erie County Clergy Jail Visiting Project.
Clergy report on Erie County jail conditions points to 5 'major areas of concern'
Conditions in Erie County's two jails have improved in some respects but there are several ongoing issues that should be addressed, according to a report issued Tuesday by the Erie County Clergy Jail Visiting Project.
buffalonews.com
December 9, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Conditions in Erie County's two jails have improved in some respects but there are several ongoing issues that should be addressed, according to a report issued Tuesday by the Erie County Clergy Jail Visiting Project.
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We're at $2272 towards our 20k End of Year Appeal goal - please donate and share today to support working class-led environmental justice organizing in Western New York!
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December 9, 2025 at 3:05 PM
We're at $2272 towards our 20k End of Year Appeal goal - please donate and share today to support working class-led environmental justice organizing in Western New York!
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Our Holiday Sale is here early this year! ALL Haymarket Books are 40% Off through Friday, January 2nd!
Happy Holidays! 40% OFF ALL Haymarket Books
Our Holiday Sale is here early this year! ALL Haymarket Books are 40% Off through Friday, January 2nd!
For one-stop shopping, check out our eleven curated gift bundles: each includes 5 books for $5...
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November 21, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Our Holiday Sale is here early this year! ALL Haymarket Books are 40% Off through Friday, January 2nd!
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I am at $152/500! Can you donate and/or share this post for visibility?
Our collective goal is 20k by December 31.
Our collective goal is 20k by December 31.
Take a moment today to donate $10, $25, $100 or whatever feels right to support our work at @cacwny.org!
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December 1, 2025 at 6:10 PM
I am at $152/500! Can you donate and/or share this post for visibility?
Our collective goal is 20k by December 31.
Our collective goal is 20k by December 31.
